The Maris Trust Council (MTC) on Thursday thanked regular participants, prospective attendees, and the general public for their preparations for this year’s edition of the Maris Annual Public Service Lecture, scheduled for Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
In a statement signed by its Secretary, Comrade Fidelis Egugbo, the MTC stated that the reactions following the announcement for public nominations for a Keynote Speaker and suggested topics were a clear indication of how the public is preparing for this year’s lecture.
”As of the close of nominations on Wednesday night, we received a total of 33 names for potential Keynote Speakers and 64 suggested topics for discussion.
”This clearly shows that more people will attend this year’s edition of the Maris Public Service Lecture, scheduled to take place on its traditional date, the Wednesday before Easter Sunday (Holy Wednesday), and for this year’s edition, April 1, 2026.
”We thank all those who made suggestions via phone calls, SMS, or WhatsApp messages.
“The sacrifice made toward achieving an egalitarian society through collective commitment was truly displayed over the last three weeks.
”In line with the Maris Lecture calendar, the public was invited to nominate potential Keynote Speakers and suggest topics starting December 28, 2025; this process ended on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.
”By the grace of God, the Maris Trust Council will painstakingly review the topics and select three to be presented to the Keynote Speaker, who will also be chosen from the names suggested by the public.
“The Maris Lecture is inclusive, serving as a platform to proffer solutions to societal challenges.
”We are grateful to the Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for supporting the Maris Lecture by making Delta conducive for international discourse.
”As we move into the selection stage, we rely on your prayers for God’s guidance to provide a speaker who will do justice to the topic, especially bearing in mind the many political activities taking place this year.
“In the next few days, we shall unveil the Keynote Speaker and the chosen topic.
”Once again, thank you, we look forward to your active participation at the lecture on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM prompt.”
